 | | Car Rental in San Diego: An Ideal Way to Access the Sights | | | Whatever type of vehicle you need, you will find that it is available. Whether you seek a compact model, full-sized sedan, luxury car or SUV, one of the many rental companies in San Diego will be able to assist you.
Most of the major rental offices are actually located near the airport. Just wait for a shuttle van from outside the terminals to get a ride, or call from one of the courtesy phones at the baggage area to arrange pickup.
The bigger rental chains include Avis, Alamo, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Other agencies are Advantage, Payless, Pacific, West Coast, Autorent and the discount companies Fox and Express.
To rent a car in San Diego, you will need a valid U.S. driver's license and a credit card to pay a refundable deposit. Insurance is available from the rental company. Foreign visitors may be required to show their passport and an international driver's permit.
Take care to inspect your vehicle carefully before taking delivery so that you are not held responsible for a previous driver's dents and scratches. And remember to keep your rental agreement handy.
Most car rental companies will provide a complimentary map of downtown and the environs so be sure to ask. | | | |  | | |
